Healthy Living
Less Sleep Linked to Obesity in African Americans
A new study examined associations between body mass index (BMI) and reported amounts of sleep, using data from 3,778 African… Read More ›
What you need to know about C. auris, a rare but potentially deadly fungus
Candida auris (C. auris) is a multidrug-resistant fungus responsible for a rising number of infections and deaths around the world.… Read More ›
Are you treating jellyfish stings with the right liquid?
An estimated 150 million people are stung by jellyfish globally each year. In most cases, the sting is painful, but… Read More ›
Recognizing and Raising a Transgender Child
Transgender people make up a small percent of the population; estimates range from .6% to 3%. One reason this group… Read More ›
Risks for college students with diabetes
Going off to college, while stressful for any student, poses risks to those with diabetes, according to a study in… Read More ›
Treating mental illness during pregnancy
In the U.S., the prevailing attitude about pregnancy is baby first. Unfortunately, for women with mental illness, this often means… Read More ›
Don’t let eczema spoil summer fun
Summer means fun in the sun. But for many, it also means managing exposed skin affected by eczema, an itchy,… Read More ›
Schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s share abnormal protein buildup in brains of some patients, research finds
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Medicine have found new evidence that schizophrenia in some patients can be marked by the buildup… Read More ›
1 in 6 suffer from food poisoning each summer
Like sunburn and bug bites, food poisoning is a common warm-weather malady that can cause painful consequences, including vomiting, diarrhea or even death in rare cases. Understanding the risks can help prevent foodborne illness from showing up at your summer cookout.
45% of American adults doubt vaccine safety, according to survey
A recent online survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adults, conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of the American… Read More ›